Job Description

Agriterra is a not-for-profit agri-agency from-and-for agricultural cooperatives and farmer organisations. Our mission is to strengthen organised farmers in developing and emerging countries, given the importance of effectively organised farmers to sustainably address food security, economic development, climate adaptation and mitigation. Agriterra assists organised farmers with advice and training through peer-to-peer support in combination with locally based experts. We apply a three-track approach: we make cooperatives bankable and create real farmer-led companies, we improve extension services to farmer members, and we enhance farmer-government dialogues.

The cooperative advisor supports and advises farmer-led agribusinesses (farmers’ cooperatives and farmers-owned/led companies, as well as farmer federations called clients) around operational management. The advisor analyses the client’s management performance and uses this analysis to contribute actively to develop steps for management improvement and for assisting the client in development and implementation of a sound business strategy and a bankable investment plan. Furthermore, the advisor monitors the client’s financial and commercial development monthly.

Benefits

• A Position which requires you to show initiative and to operate in a dynamic network with the opportunity to exchange with and learn from colleagues across the world;
• A salary (including THR and 14th salary), reflecting the position and the person’s experience;
• Additional benefits respecting the country’s legislation and Agriterra’s HR policy;
• A collegial and ambitious work environment with a focus on achieving results.

Job Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant ield, e.g., Development Studies, Entrepreneurship,
   Agri-business or other related field.
2. A maximum of 2 years of relevant working experience at international
   organisation(s); experience supporting agricultural development projects.
3. Understanding and experience in project monitoring and evaluation is preferable.
4. Good oral and written communication skills (English and other languages where
   relevant).
5. Good computer skills in MS-applications (MS Office).
6. Willing to travel.
7. Have experiences in horticulture and/or working together directly with farmers/cooperatives
8. Based in Garut (with 1 week or less per month travel to Bandung, HQ Agriterra Indonesia)

How to Apply

Are you interested in this position, and do you fit the profile? Apply with a cover letter and curriculum vitae before the 25 December 2025 by sending an e-mail to indonesia@agriterra.org with the subject “Application for Junior Cooperative Advisor – De Eik Project”.